Christmas is just over a week away, so I guess that it’s only right that The XX went festive with their cover song in the BBC Live Lounge today. Press play to enjoy a performance of Wham’s “Last Christmas” XX style. Previously: The XX – Chained (Video)
Indie Pop
El Perro Del Mar – Hold Off the Dawn (Video)
Not heard of this band before, but will be checking more of their stuff out after hearing “Hold Off the Dawn”. You can buy the song now on iTunes UK/ iTunes US.
Raveena Aurora – Grey Eyes (Video)
A beautiful song from 18 year old, New York based Singer/Songwriter Raveena Aurora. “Green Eyes” is available to buy now on iTunes UK/ iTunes US.
Dirty Projectors – The Socialites (Video)
So different and so good, so it’s today’s Song of The Day! Previously: Dirty Projectors – About to Die (Video)
Phlo Finister – Hotel Miami
Phlo Finister’s last EP, Crown Royale, was one of Best In New Music’s EP’s of The Year 2011. So you can imagine my excitement when I heard that her follow up will be released this month! Phlo Finister will release her Poster Girl EP on 21st December and the EP’s lead Continue Reading
London Grammar – Hey Now
Hannah, Daniel and Dot AKA London Grammar are a London based trio that make beautiful music (based on the soul track, I’ve heard which is this). There’s not much else known about the band, so enjoy this for now.
Elliphant – Down On Life (Video)
An iceberg, horses, a beach and an ‘Elliphant all feature in is video! “Down On Life ” is available to buy now on iTunes UK/ iTunes US. Video directed by Tim Erem.
HAIM – Don’t Save Me (Video)
HAIM’s new single “Don’t Save Me” is available now on iTunes UK/iTunes US and it’s today’s Song of The Day! Previously: HAIM – Go Slow (Acoustic Video)
inc. – 5 Days
Another amazing song from inc who will release their debut album, No World, on 19th February 2013. Should be good! Previously: Inc. – The Place (Video)
Fride Hanberger – This Too Shall Pass
“This Too Shall Pass” is the brilliant debut solo track of Fride Hanberger, one half of Folk duo Two Trees. Not sure when this will be released but I hope its soon. This better not be the end of Two Trees though!